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  Some of the past members

Lead guitar: 

 Steve Hertel -Liverpool, England. Steve started playing the clubs in Liverpool and brought his talent to America to tour with a popular band called Insta-gator.  He has spent time in the studio, and also appeared in a biker movie, along with touring California in the eighties. Steve reappeared on the Liverpool scene with a band called Nexus, releasing his first cd in 1998, going on to do a music project for Paul McCartney. His influences include Jimi Hendrix, Jerry Garcia, Jeff Beck, Carlos Santana, ,John Cipollina, and Rory Gallagher.

 Drums:  

Jay Lawhon-Portland, Oregon.  Jay provided the core drums needed for the unique style of rock. He has played in several bands over the years, with over 20 years in the industry.

Bass Guitar/vocals: 

Lofty Whitaker-London, England. Lofty played bass for the English artist Khan during the late eighties and nineties. Khan toured the west coast of America also. Lofty also plays bass with the well known Eric Savage band in Portland. He is a rep for Audix music equipment. 

Keyboards/vocals:  

Jack Codron-Portland, Oregon.  Jack spent seven years touring with bands, and adds different elements to the song choices we provide.  

Steve Hertel 360-771-5357  

Steve, Lofty and Jay played together in several bands including The Useless Bastards, Hot Rats, and The Fabulous Hooch band.

Now, these talented musicians are back as

The Hot Rats

Let’s Rock.

 www.hotratsband.com

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